1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 750 | Antara |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |